Shrimp and Feta Cheese Pasta

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this vibrant and flavorful Shrimp and Feta Cheese Pasta recipe! Perfectly cooked al dente spaghetti is tossed with juicy, seared shrimp, sweet blistered cherry tomatoes, and tender wilted spinach, creating a symphony of textures and flavors. The dish is brightened with a zesty pop of fresh lemon juice and zest, while crumbled feta cheese melts into a creamy, tangy sauce that clings to every strand of pasta. Finished with a touch of heat from red pepper flakes and a sprinkle of chopped parsley, this Mediterranean-inspired pasta is both light and satisfying. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s an easy, one-pan meal that’s ideal for busy nights or relaxed gatherings. Perfectly balanced and utterly delicious, this shrimp pasta dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz spaghetti or linguine
• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 1 whole lemon, juiced and zested
• 2 cups baby spinach
• 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti or linguine according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining and set the pasta aside.

Step 2

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp, season with salt and black pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté the garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and slightly blistered.

Step 5

Stir in the baby spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted.

Step 6

Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, then add the cooked pasta. Toss everything together to combine.

Step 7

Pour in the lemon juice and sprinkle the lemon zest over the pasta. Add the red pepper flakes, crumbled feta cheese, and a splash of the reserved pasta water. Toss everything thoroughly, adding more pasta water as needed to achieve a light, creamy coating.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and black pepper if needed.

Step 9

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately. Enjoy your Shrimp and Feta Cheese Pasta!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1520.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2098.1

Total Fat 99.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 40.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 1057.3mg	0%
Sodium 4282.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 140.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.8g	0%
Total Sugars 15.6g
Protein 168.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1609.0mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 2451.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.1%

Protein: 31.6%

Carbs: 26.4%